The season-ending pectoral injury suffered by Giants defensive end Robert Ayers is not as bad as initially feared and "will not require surgery at this time," reports ESPN. Ayers tore his pectoral muscle in the Week 13 loss at Jacksonville.

Giants defensive end Robert Ayerssuffered a torn pectoral muscle in Week 13 against Jacksonville, according to the New York Daily News on Monday. Ayers' season is expected to come to an end. The team will likely make the announcement in the near future. He registered five sacks and one forced fumble in 12 games.

Giants defensive end Robert Ayers, who was questionable with a neck injury, is active for Sunday night's game at the Eagles. Also suiting up are cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (ankle, hamstring) and punter Steve Weatherford (ankle). They were listed as probable.